Talking to Friends and Family
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Friends and family can be an important source of comfort—if you tell them how you're feeling. Simply explaining that you haven't been yourself because you are in pain can increase their understanding of your condition.
Friends and family can also support you by encouraging you to take care of yourself. For instance, if you tend to "overdo it," ask a friend or family member to remind you that it's okay to take it easy long enough to recharge.
Other simple ways that your friends and family can help you manage diabetic nerve pain include:
- Sharing recipes and dishes that are appropriate for your diet
- Partnering with you in an exercise program to help manage your blood glucose levels and ease your pain and discomfort
- Going with you to visit your doctor to write down instructions or remind you to ask questions
- Visiting this site to learn more about diabetic nerve pain, treatment with Cymbalta, and the many resources available to help patients with diabetic nerve pain
Learn more about Cymbalta and how Cymbalta works to manage diabetic nerve pain.
